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 ======Post Traumatic Stress Disorder====== ======Post Traumatic Stress Disorder======
  
-Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after an individual experiences or witnesses a traumatic event. From a medical and psychiatric perspective, PTSD is characterized by a range of symptoms that can have a significant impact on an individual's daily life and overall well-being.+Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)[(PTSD>Post-traumatic stress disorder[[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Post-traumatic_stress_disorder#cite_note-31|Wikipedia]])] 
 + is a mental health condition that can develop after an individual experiences or witnesses a traumatic event. From a medical and psychiatric perspective, PTSD is characterized by a range of symptoms that can have a significant impact on an individual's daily life and overall well-being. IEMT developer, Andrew T. Austin is ever eager to point out that self-diagnosed, or lay-therapist-diagnosed PTSD is mostly (but not always) more of an indulgence of emotional and social needs than it is a reflection of patient symptomology.
  
 Symptoms of PTSD can be divided into four main categories:  Symptoms of PTSD can be divided into four main categories: 
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 From a psychiatric perspective, PTSD is considered to be an anxiety disorder. It is thought that the traumatic event disrupts the normal processes of fear extinction and memory consolidation, leading to the persistence of fear and traumatic memories. Research suggests that changes in the structure and function of certain brain regions, including the amygdala and the hippocampus, may contribute to the development of PTSD. From a psychiatric perspective, PTSD is considered to be an anxiety disorder. It is thought that the traumatic event disrupts the normal processes of fear extinction and memory consolidation, leading to the persistence of fear and traumatic memories. Research suggests that changes in the structure and function of certain brain regions, including the amygdala and the hippocampus, may contribute to the development of PTSD.
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 =====Shell Shock===== =====Shell Shock=====
  
-"Shell shock" is a term that was first used during World War I to describe the psychological symptoms experienced by soldiers as a result of exposure to combat. The term referred to the idea that the symptoms were caused by the physical effects of explosions, or "shells," on the brain.+"Shell shock"[(Shellshock>Shell shock[[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shell_shock|Wikipedia]])] is a term that was first used during World War I to describe the psychological symptoms experienced by soldiers as a result of exposure to combat. The term referred to the idea that the symptoms were caused by the physical effects of explosions, or "shells," on the brain. 
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 The symptoms of shell shock were varied and included things like anxiety, depression, nightmares, flashbacks, irritability, and physical symptoms such as tremors or fatigue. Soldiers experiencing shell shock were often withdrawn, confused and unable to perform basic functions. They were also often seen as "cowards" by their comrades and military authorities. The symptoms of shell shock were varied and included things like anxiety, depression, nightmares, flashbacks, irritability, and physical symptoms such as tremors or fatigue. Soldiers experiencing shell shock were often withdrawn, confused and unable to perform basic functions. They were also often seen as "cowards" by their comrades and military authorities.
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 =====Vietnam War Veterans===== =====Vietnam War Veterans=====
  
-During the Vietnam War, it is estimated that approximately 2.7 million American soldiers served in the conflict. After the war, a significant number of Vietnam War veterans experienced difficulty adjusting to civilian life and experienced a range of mental health issues, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). As a result, many Vietnam War veterans ended up in prison.+During the Vietnam War, it is estimated that approximately 2.7 million American soldiers served in the conflict. After the war, a significant number of Vietnam War veterans[(Vietnam_veteran>Vietnam veteran[[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vietnam_veteran|Wikipedia]])] experienced difficulty adjusting to civilian life and experienced a range of mental health issues, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). As a result, many Vietnam War veterans ended up in prison.
  
 It is difficult to determine the exact number of Vietnam War veterans who were incarcerated after the war. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has reported that as of 2016, around 30% of Vietnam War veterans were incarcerated, but this number may not be entirely accurate as it is difficult to track veterans who may not have sought help from the VA. It is difficult to determine the exact number of Vietnam War veterans who were incarcerated after the war. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has reported that as of 2016, around 30% of Vietnam War veterans were incarcerated, but this number may not be entirely accurate as it is difficult to track veterans who may not have sought help from the VA.
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 =====Homelessness Among British Gulf War Veterans===== =====Homelessness Among British Gulf War Veterans=====
  
-The rate of homelessness among British veterans from the Gulf Wars (1990-1991 and 2003-2011) is a complex issue and there is no clear consensus on the exact numbers. Studies have shown that veterans are over-represented among the homeless population in the United Kingdom, but it is not clear to what extent this is specifically true for Gulf War veterans.+The rate of homelessness among British veterans from the Gulf Wars (1990-1991 and 2003-2011) is a complex issue and there is no clear consensus on the exact numbers.[(homeless>How many veterans are homeless in the UK?[[https://www.bigissue.com/news/housing/how-many-veterans-are-homeless-in-the-uk/|bigissue.com]])] 
 + Studies have shown that veterans are over-represented among the homeless population in the United Kingdom, but it is not clear to what extent this is specifically true for Gulf War veterans.
  
 Some estimates suggest that around 10% of the homeless population in the UK are veterans, with a proportion of those being Gulf War veterans. However, the true number is likely to be higher as many veterans who are homeless do not self-identify as such, making it difficult to get an accurate count. Some estimates suggest that around 10% of the homeless population in the UK are veterans, with a proportion of those being Gulf War veterans. However, the true number is likely to be higher as many veterans who are homeless do not self-identify as such, making it difficult to get an accurate count.
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 =====Alcohol===== =====Alcohol=====
  
-Research has shown that individuals with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) are at a higher risk for alcohol abuse. Studies have found that between 30-50% of individuals with PTSD also struggle with alcohol abuse or dependence. This is likely due to the fact that many individuals with PTSD use alcohol as a way to self-medicate and cope with the symptoms of their disorder, such as anxiety, depression, and flashbacks. However, it is important to note that alcohol use can exacerbate the symptoms of PTSD and make the disorder worse over time. +Substance use disorder, such as alcohol use disorder, commonly co-occur with PTSD [( :harvard:Maxmen2002>> 
 +authors   : Maxmen JS, Ward NG 
 +title     : Psychotropic drugs: fast facts (3rd ed.)  
 +publisher : W. Norton & Company 
 +published : 2002 
 +pages     : 348 
 +isbn      : 978-0-393-70301-6 
 +url       : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/978-0-393-70301-6 
 +)] 
 +. Studies have found that between 30-50% of individuals with PTSD also struggle with alcohol abuse or dependence. This is likely due to the fact that many individuals with PTSD use alcohol as a way to self-medicate and cope with the symptoms of their disorder, such as anxiety, depression, and flashbacks. However, it is important to note that alcohol use can exacerbate the symptoms of PTSD and make the disorder worse over time. 
  
 =====Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (cPTSD)===== =====Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (cPTSD)=====
  
-Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (cPTSD) is a type of PTSD that occurs after an individual experiences prolonged and repeated traumatic events. It is characterized by symptoms similar to those of PTSD, but with additional features such as feelings of emotional dysregulation, difficulty with self-perception, and problems with relationships.+Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (cPTSD)[(C-PTSD>Complex post-traumatic stress disorder[[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Complex_post-traumatic_stress_disorder|Wikipedia]])] is a type of PTSD that occurs after an individual experiences prolonged and repeated traumatic events. It is characterized by symptoms similar to those of PTSD, but with additional features such as feelings of emotional dysregulation, difficulty with self-perception, and problems with relationships.
  
 cPTSD is considered to be a "complex" form of PTSD because it is caused by prolonged, repeated trauma, often in the context of a relationship with a caregiver or authority figure, such as in cases of child abuse, domestic violence, and war. This type of trauma can lead to disruptions in the development of the self, in the ability to regulate emotions and in the capacity to form healthy relationships. cPTSD is considered to be a "complex" form of PTSD because it is caused by prolonged, repeated trauma, often in the context of a relationship with a caregiver or authority figure, such as in cases of child abuse, domestic violence, and war. This type of trauma can lead to disruptions in the development of the self, in the ability to regulate emotions and in the capacity to form healthy relationships.
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 It is important to note that cPTSD is not yet recognized as a separate disorder in the Diagn and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), but is considered a "condition for further study" with some professional bodies recognizing it as a distinct disorder. It is important to note that cPTSD is not yet recognized as a separate disorder in the Diagn and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), but is considered a "condition for further study" with some professional bodies recognizing it as a distinct disorder.
  
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